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Antioch Mayor Scott Gartner: Bloated State Budget Wrong for Illinois Communities

Silence DoGood - June 2, 2025

“This budget, pushed through under Governor Pritzker’s leadership—or lack thereof—includes more than $800 million in new taxes that directly impact hardworking Illinoisans and small businesses, while neglecting to tackle the serious financial issues that continue to cripple our state,” Gartner said. #spending

Politics

Rep. Sheehan Releases Statement on Passing of State Budget

Silence DoGood - June 1, 2025

Tonight, Illinois families were handed a budget that raises taxes, increases spending, and ignores the voices of hardworking citizens. #budget

Business

IL Freedom Caucus Calls for Fiscal Discipline Ahead of Budget Release

Silence DoGood - May 29, 2025

“The Democrats are doing what they always do – waiting until the last minute to present a budget and force through more tax increases to pay for their out-of-control spending." #budget

IDPH: West Nile Virus Specimens Confirmed in 17 Illinois Counties As Mosquito Control Awareness Week Marks Start of Summer 2025

June 18, 2025

Taste for the Homeless Founder Says Rising Costs of Life’s Basics Make Their Services More Necessary Than Ever Before

June 18, 2025

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IDPH: West Nile Virus Specimens Confirmed in 17 Illinois Counties As Mosquito Control Awareness Week Marks Start of Summer 2025

Taste for the Homeless Founder Says Rising Costs of Life’s Basics Make Their Services More Necessary Than Ever Before